Second Stage Lapsed 33rd Dáil 10/2023

Health (Regulation of Termination of Pregnancy) (Amendment) Bill 2023

Sponsor: Bríd Smith
Introduced: 8 Feb 2023
Last updated: 20 Feb 2025

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Allows abortion on request before foetus can survive outside womb, removing the current 3-day waiting period requirement.
Expands abortion access for fatal foetal abnormalities likely causing death before or within one year of birth.
Removes criminal penalties for providing abortion and maintains access where pregnancy risks woman's life or serious health harm.

Stage timeline

First Stage 33rd Dáil

8 Feb 2023
Second Stage 33rd Dáil

8 Feb 2023